Celebrations in Peru

April 18, 2019
Conservation and Sustainability | April 2019
On Monday 22nd April, Inkaterra will be celebrating Earth Day 2019, an annual event held to promote sustainability whilst also raising awareness of environmental concerns. With events estimated to be taking place in over 190 countries this year, the Earth Day initiative has grown immeasurably since its conception 49 years ago. Started by American environmental […]
April 5, 2019
Events | April 2019
Commencing this year on Sunday 14th April with Domingo de Ramos and ending on Saturday 20th April, Semana Santa marks Holy Week in Peru. One of the most important occasions in the country’s religious calendar, Semana Santa consists of a seven day celebration, with residents and tourists coming together to enjoy local food, culture and […]
July 12, 2018
Events | July 2018
In addition to mouth-watering Peruvian cuisine, from ceviche to Pisco sour cocktails, and our awe-inspiring Andean landscape, Peru boasts many exciting traditional holidays, including the joyous celebration of Fiestas Patrias. Apart from Christmas, Fiestas Patrias is one of the most important celebrations of the year for Peruvians; a two-day national holiday that takes place in […]
Procession of the Lord of Miracles in Peru
December 4, 2014
Hotels | December 2014
José Koechlin, founder of Inkaterra, commissioned the creation of this new publication in tribute to  the ‘Lord of the Miracles’. The purpose of this book is to provide a detailed insight into the story of the ‘Lord of Miracles’, from the origins of tradition in seventeenth century Lima until now, to its  representation in Peruvian art and its […]
July 26, 2013
Our Peru | July 2013
This weekend marks the celebration of Peru Independence Day. Peruvians throw parties and hold patriotic celebrations to remember the Declaration of Peru’s Independence by José de San Martín on July 28th 1821.  Across Peru, even in remote communities, homes fly the Peruvian flag from the start of July. It is customary for all Peruvian houses, […]